Jon Roggie : Writing

I don't want to take away from your story

I don't want to take away from your story

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Sometimes, I must restrain.Many of your words connect, and I start to respond, sharing a story of my own.I try to stop myself.This is your story.So, I..
What price for a few words?

What price for a few words?

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Why should anyone pay? I already put them out there for free.Some friends are pushing me, and I admit I am intrigued.Put a few out there, for a small ..
Join me

Join me

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Come closer, the fire is warm.Let the cold leave your bones, and feel the comfort of those around.All of us are on different roads, but no reason to s..
A smile in the wind

A smile in the wind

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Word in passing. Hand while you slip.Gone before the moment passes.Comfort on the run. Charity on the sly.Never waiting for credit.Helping while you c..
Judged for wrinkled clothing

Judged for wrinkled clothing

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Early morning, standing while others prepare to start their day.Sipping some coffee, ignoring the occasional sniff from someone walking by.Conclusions..
To reach a moment

To reach a moment

A Poem by Jon Roggie


This is what I strive for, just one moment.I have tried for awhile, and I wonder if I will experience it.No reason to despair, only to keep trying.I t..
Bird on the wire

Bird on the wire

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Waiting for the shock, knowing the pain will pass.Chose the resting place, if only to hear the message.After the news, decide whether to fly away.
No time to rest

No time to rest

A Poem by Jon Roggie


I know, more complaints, but really an observation.When someone may go wandering, you have to pay attention.Check in, and make them laugh.Trust me, th..
How can you explain a picture?

How can you explain a picture?

A Poem by Jon Roggie


One reflection may give a glance, but not the image.Words drift along the edges,teasing at the truth.Picture and words, merely a glimpse.
I try to be serious

I try to be serious

A Poem by Jon Roggie


When you know you are the jester, it takes a bit of work.How much easier is it? Accepting what should be a joke?As usual, the jester has tears painted..